Hidden Away (KGI Series #3)

9 out of 10 stars!

I usually don't find myself enjoying romantic suspense because I like my romance books to be simple and realistic, something I can snuggle up with after a long day and not have to think too deeply about. Hidden Away, March's upcoming Berkley Sensation release, is an exception though. Frankly, I loved it.
Let me begin with the story line first. I had not realized, when I started reading, that this book was the third installment of Maya Banks's KGI series. So, much of the plot was confusing, but I had it down pat once I was about halfway-through; it wasn't that hard to figure out and I will personally say it makes a great stand-alone novel. The Kellys are a noble, cunning family with a proud line of spies, agents, and soldiers alike. All of the Kelly sons were once part of the Marine or the Army yet Garrett Kelly, though only in his thirties, is retired due to injuries. He now accepts top-secret missions to save and protect refugees and victims of crime or war. And he thought by leaving the military, the hard part was over -- until he was assigned Sarah's case.
To make a long story short, Sarah Daniels was raped by her boss, Allen Cross, and her half-brother, Marcus, rebounds with a cold vengeance by murdering him. Once the trigger is pulled though, is when Marcus realizes that killing a man right in his office is a tragic mistake, and Sarah, the only witness of the shooting, is forced to run away in order to keep her half-brother safe from the government.
Even before actually meeting Sarah, Garrett knows there is something about her that draws him to her. He willingly accepts the mission, and locates Sarah at her "hiding place" way too easily. Though he is hired by the very men who want to convict Marcus, he lies to Sarah saying Marcus is the one who brought him to her, and unfortunately, Sarah believes him.
Hidden Away is a story of failed trust, loyalty, and deceit. Sarah's journey of losing herself within Garrett's charm and kindness is portrayed beautifully, only to have it shatter when she finds out he is actually after Marcus. Garrett's struggle to remain loyal to his family and the KGI, but "fall head over ass" is admittedly enlivening, but heartbreaking at the same time. And the way Sarah is able to rebuild her trust in the man she realizes she loves is a warm, hopeful ride that is complemented by strong passion and scintillating romance.
By far, Hidden Away was made enjoyable most by Banks's writing style. Her voice is rich and detailed, but not too flowery, and her writing contains LOTS of humor, provided, it's mostly crude. However, that's my kind of story: one with wit and vulgarity, so I found it entertaining. A warning for the more genteel: there is a lot of swearing in this book. Maybe one or two swear words per page, oftentimes more. I didn't have a problem with it, but some of you might, so it's just a heads up.
Another thing I loved about this novel. Berkley Sensation is the erotic imprint of the Berkley Publishing Group. Unlike most erotic novels however, Hidden Away does not have characters sleeping with each other all over the place within the first few chapters. In fact, despite major flirting, innocent kissing, and somewhat heavy petting, actual sex does not occur until about the last quarter of the book. This isn't necessarily a bad thing. In fact, I think it enhanced my anticipation of the story because I knew Sarah and Garrett had it bad for each other; it was just a matter of when the

5 out of 6 people found this review helpful.

Few romantic suspense thrillers start stronger than Hidden Away does as the players are introduced through the homicide

Marcus Lattimer made a fortune that has people doing whatever he demands; he pays for loyalty. He lives by one code only: His Honor. No one dare cross Lattimer, but Allen Cross of Cross Enterprise did. Thus, his honor impugned by an A-hole, Lattimer visits this creature of habit Cretan at the man's office; takes out a gun and fires between the eyes. However, Marcus failed to consider that his Achilles Heel, his beloved half-sister Sarah Daniels will arrive trying to prevent his killing her former employer ; only she witnesses the murder of Allen. She flees when repulsive Stanley Cross snarls at her.

CIA Agent Adam Resnick visits Kelly Group International (KGI) because he believes Lattimer finally screwed up with what appears to be a personal vendetta; he wants injured KGI operative Garrett Kelly, who lost a team due to the man's betrayal, on the job. He explains the Cross murder gives them the ability to bring down Lattimer through his sibling. They send to Garrett to keep Sarah safe while using her to catch her half-brother. However, he never anticipated that he would fall in love with the woman he earned her trust through lies.

Few romantic suspense thrillers start stronger than Hidden Away does as the players are introduced through the homicide. However, part of the island tryst slows down the otherwise action-packed story line as Garrett tactically seduces Sarah. Still they are a wonderful pairing as each sees Lattimer differently, which makes the cold killer the match-breaker. Readers will appreciate this tense tale as the audience anticipates two High Noon confrontations in paradise.

Harriet Klausner

2 out of 3 people found this review helpful.

Love these books!

I love the KGI series. I really appreciate that they're not all about sex (although they don't lack their steamy scenes) and they actually have a very intriguing plot. The characters are easy to fall in love with- who doesn't love gorgeous, built, military men?- and the victims are easy to relate too. I am really hoping that the author continues with this seriers. I would love to read something about PJ, Cole, and/or Steele.

I highly recommend this series. (#2 is my favorite)

1 out of 1 people found this review helpful.

Enjoyable read

I really enjoy this series. I liked this book as much as the first two.

highly recommended-must read...

very good keeps you interested through out the whole book....

Amazing

This book sucked me in right away. I hadnt read any of the other books and was never confused. I think you can read any of these books as a stand alone. Action packed book with a lot of turns you dont see coming, and of course steamy. I couldnt put it down.I will be reading others.

Highly Recommended

This is a must read I enjoyed this book from the first chapter to the last one. I could not wait for the next book. I love Maya Banks she is a great writer.

Best so far

My favorite so far in the KGI series!!! I love Maya's books!!

another great addition to this series!

The author has given us another action packed love story to enjoy.

Even though we know Garrett has a soft side as witnessed by his relationship with Rachel and Sophie, but now we get to see him be tender hearted with the woman he falls in love with. As Sarah says "he has a kind heart and gentle soul".

I enjoy that these are menly men and we get see some of what goes through their head when put in uncomfortable situations in dealing with women!

Again there is more of the same family dynamics of love, laughter and support...via good old fashion a** kicking!!!!

This book offers a good segway into the next installment...which by the way is fabulous!

Hidden Away

This series is excellent I can't remember a series I've enjoyed more. This book KGI #3 had everything I want in a book action, love, suspence, understanding, caring, humor (love the Kelly brothers banter) and a wonderful ending. The ending had me in tears.

Great series

Love the kgi series so far! Great suspense and romance! Couldnt put it down!

Better than the last

I love this series. Can't wait for the next book.

Great Series

Loved it. Made me cry a few times, Maya puts you right there with the characters.

Hidden Away (KGI 3)

Don't all females wish the man that loves them is exactly, and I mean exactly, like Garrett. And the thriller is really a thriller with or without the romance. Don't miss reading this book. Bunny

Awesime series

Another great book in this series. Whats not to love . Big sexy strong men who love passionately and arent afraid to show it. My only hope is that other siblings get a book and other team members PJ, Rio, and Steele.

ADDICTED

I can't wait for the next book in the series. I'm addicted.

Five bright and twinklin big ones

Man, now this is a great book. I love this series! The family motto is you dont f*** with kellys. I am thrilled with the characters in this book. I cant wait to hear Rustys, Pj, cole and Rios story. Maya Banks writes such great solid plots with just the right amount of sex & emotion. Perfection! Enjoy;)
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Love this Series!

Love these brothers! Garrett is the quiet brooding one...but when he knows what he wants he goes for it and he definitely takes care of his own! We get beaches and adventure...what a rush!

Highly Recommended

Couldn't put this book down once I started. The whole serioes is awesome! I hope there is another book to the series!!

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